Pakistan’s hunt for Champions Trophy qualification received a significant hike on Sunday when they secured a crushing 135 run win in the third ODI against Sri Lanka to take a 2-1 series lead. They need to finish a 4-1 win to eclipse West Indies in the ODI rankings but a return to the R. Premadasa Stadium for the fourth game, gives Pakistan, a chance to finish a important series win.

A win will not only put Pakistan a step closer to secure their presence in the eight-team ICC event but also help end a rare Test and ODI double over Sri Lanka